Pokemon Go Quietly Launches New Regional Event

Pokemon Go has quietly launched a new event for several countries in Europe. Players in Turkey, Morocco, Lebanon, and several other Mediterranean countries were informed via email of a new event featuring the Summer Style Pikachu. From now until May 12th, players can find Summer Style Pikachu, a Pikachu wearing a wide-brimmed straw hat and aviator sunglasses, in the wild. Pokemon Go didn't provide any explanation for the event or why only certain countries were getting the costumed Pikachu, and many players only noticed that the event started when the Summer Style Pikachu started appearing in the game. Players participating in the event can also collect a free item box containing 30 Poke Balls.